Kana Miyamura, a Japanese teacher, traveled to Pironta village in Bihar to celebrate Chhath festival with the community.
Wearing a sari, she took part in rituals and sang Chhath songs, making for a pretty special cultural exchange.
The visit was part of a broader effort led by Pironta resident and advocate Ranjan Kumar, who wants more foreign visitors to experience Indian village traditions firsthand.
Kana Miyamura joins Nahay-Khay ritual
Miyamura joined the Nahay-Khay ritual and shared meals with villagers, learning about the deeper meaning behind Chhath.
Kumar has also hosted Japanese guests during Holi before, hoping these exchanges boost village tourism and connect people across borders.
Miyamura's visit shows how Chhath's spirit is reaching new corners of the world, bringing people closer together.